Lexus LS 500 / LS 500h 5th (VXFA50) (2018–2023) — Key Programming Reference
- Difficulty
- medium
- Immobilizer
- Texas ID H-8A
- Lishi / lockout
- TOY48
- Platform
- Toyota GA-L
Key fobs & transponder keys (3 variants)
| Key | Years | FCC ID | P/N | Chip | Freq | Battery | Blade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 315 MHz · HYQ14FBF | 2018–2021 | HYQ14FBF | 8990H-50010 | Texas DST-AES (H-8A) | 315 MHz | CR2032 | TOY48 |
| 315 MHz · HYQ14FBZ | 2022–2023 | HYQ14FBZ | 8990H-33261 | Texas DST-AES (H-8A) | 315 MHz | CR2032 | TOY48 |
| 433 MHz · 8990H-50120 | 2018–2020 (Europe / Middle East / Australia-NZ; 2021–2023 international key not yet confirmed) | n/a | 8990H-50120 | Texas DST-AES (H-8A) / DST-AES RF430 ID8A | 433.92 MHz | CR2032 | TOY48 (Silca) |
Programming procedures
What the job needs
- Add a key: 1 existing working key required.
- All keys lost: no existing working key needed.
- PIN / security code: Toyota cloud seed-code.
- Online / server access: not required (offline programming).
- On-board (no tool) sequence: not available — Lexus LS VXFA50 H chip (DST-AES) smart key requires professional OBD tool — no self-programming procedure for proximity key transponder.
- On site: engine off · Maintain 12V+ · Clear IMMO DTCs.
- Bring: Photo ID + vehicle registration. VIN cross-check before start.
Tool coverage
Documented for this case on: Autel IM608 Pro II · Autel IM508S · Autel KM100 · Xhorse Key Tool Plus · Xhorse Key Tool Max Pro · Lonsdor K518 Pro / K519 · OBDSTAR X300 DP Plus · AutoProPad G2/G3 · Advanced Diagnostics Smart Pro · Launch X431 IMMO Elite / IMMO Plus. Step-by-step menu paths for each tool are in the app.
Notes & cautions
- This chassis Lexus H-chip (Texas DST-AES Page1 H) smart key. LS500 VXFA50 (2018-2023) — H-chip smart key, multi-press fingerprint sensor option. Newer-era H-chip/8A on Autel needs IMKPA token (~$5-15/session). Lonsdor K518 USA + Honda/Toyota AES module covers G/H/8A natively. Xhorse VVDI Key Tool Plus needs 2024+ firmware for H-chip. Standard 16-pin DLC OBD path; no XP400 PRO bench, no APB112 simulator needed for OBD enrolment.
- Smart proximity key: ensure existing key fob battery is functional before starting.
- Two FCC generations span this case — HYQ14FBF (2018-2021) and HYQ14FBZ (2022-2023). Not interchangeable. Confirm from existing key FCC label.
- LS 500h hybrid: do not disconnect 12V auxiliary battery without proper HV service isolation.
- Post-2024 Autel US firmware: Toyota/Lexus add-key may be affected by TMNA restrictions — verify on current firmware.
- All existing keys erased. Bring ALL replacement keys before starting — minimum 2.
- No manual AKL for Lexus LS VXFA50 H chip smart key — professional tool mandatory.
- AKL for Lexus H chip typically needs dealer-issued PIN or EEPROM dump on some models — confirm OBD AKL path before quoting.
- Keep all existing/lost key fobs at least 10 metres from vehicle during AKL.
- Post-2024 Autel US firmware: Toyota/Lexus AKL reportedly restricted per TMNA — verify capability before booking.
Lockout
Door pick / decode: Lishi TOY48 (CW).
68 verified sources · Last verified: 2026-08-16
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